| Latin Name |
Phoca largha |
| Conservation Status |
Least Concern |
| Location
| Waters of the N Pacific |
| Colour |
Grey with Dark Spots |
| Length |
1.4 - 2.1 m (4.6 - 6.9 ft) |
| Weight |
65 - 150 Kgs (140 - 330 lbs) |
| Life Expectancy |
25 - 35 Yrs |
Main Characteristics
Spotted Seals have a body length between 1.4 and 2.1 m (4.6 - 6.9 ft) and they weigh between 65 and 150 kgs (140 - 330 lbs). They are coloured pale grey and they have dark coloured spots.
Habitat
Spotted Seals inhabit waters of the north Pacific Ocean.
Diet
Spotted Seals mainly feed upon fish and crustaceans.
Breeding
After a gestation period of 12 months, Spotted Seals give birth to 1 - 2 pups. They are weaned by the time they reach a month old and they reach sexual maturity at 3 - 5 years of age.
Predators
Predators of Spotted Seals include sharks, killer whales and polar bears.
Interesting Facts
Spotted Seals are also known as:
Larga Seal
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